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10/13/2026

10/08/2026

09/21/2026

Dear Child Care Providers,
We want to share an important update regarding the upcoming transition for Great Start to Quality Resource Centers and how that will affect you. Beginning October 1, 2026, Great Start to Quality Resource Center regions across Michigan will change to align with Michigan’s Economic Development Regions.

As part of this transition, Child Care Network will lead the new Great Start to Quality Resource Center Region 8. Region 8 includes Calhoun, Cass, Berrien, Kalamazoo, Van Buren & St. Joseph Counties. Allegan and Barry Counties are in Region 4, which will be served by Vibrant Futures.

Southwest Child Care Resource & Referral is not going away, and neither is our commitment to supporting you. We will continue to serve as your Family Child Care Network (FCCN) Hub and offer opportunities such as the All Our Kin (AOK) Business Training Series and our CDA/Registered Apprenticeship Program. We look forward to continuing to work with you, provide resources, and support your growth as a child care professional and business owner.
It has truly been our pleasure to serve as your Resource Center and to walk alongside you in the important work you do for children and families. We are grateful for the relationships we have built, the opportunity to see your programs grow, and the trust you have placed in our team.
As you move forward, we encourage you to continue working toward your quality improvement goals and taking advantage of the resources and support available to you. While your coach may change, the work you have accomplished and the progress you have made will continue with you.

Thank you for allowing Southwest Child Care Resource & Referral to be your Resource Center and a part of your journey. It has truly been an honor and a privilege to support you, and we look forward to continuing our relationship with you in new ways.
If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to [email protected]
Warmly,

April Goodwin
Executive Director
Southwest Child Care Resource & Referral

09/02/2026

Happy September! Here are our training offerings this month :)

08/10/2026

08/04/2026

Please Vote YES for Families today!

A strong local economy depends on working families—and working families depend on child care.
We're proud to support and partner with the Kalamazoo County Early Learning Ballot Measure because investing in child care is an investment in our workforce and our future. Please vote YES for Families today!

08/04/2026

The early years lay the foundation for lifelong learning, health, and success.

We're proud to endorse the Kalamazoo County Early Learning Ballot Measure because investing in young children benefits our entire community.

Vote tomorrow, August 4th -- YES for Families!

Address

5250 Lovers Lane, LL120
Portage, MI
49002

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12693493296

Website

http://www.ccr4kids.org/

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